Stories of Hope

On February 23, 2022, Atrium Health Union West celebrated its grand opening, making it the health system’s first newly built hospital in the Charlotte area in more than 30 years. Learn more:...

Learn more about the newest addition to Atrium Health Pineville, including a unique opportunity to support its Healing Garden:...

Lung cancer is the deadliest form of cancer in the U.S., killing more people each year than colorectal, breast, and prostate cancers combined. In 2021, experts predict that lung cancer will cause over 131,000 deaths in the U.S. As with any form of cancer, early detection is the key to survival, and screening for the disease with computed tomography (CT)...

Read the latest news and opportunities for Atrium Health Foundation’s Corporate Partners....

The 11th Annual Keep Pounding 5K has raised $70,000 and counting, with proceeds benefiting cancer research and patient care programs at Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute and Atrium Health Levine Children’s. While this year’s event took on a virtual format, a dedicated community of over 430 supporters united around one important cause—to pound out cancer in the Carolinas and beyond....

In an effort to recognize the many contributions of nearly 4 million registered nurses in the U.S., National Nurses Week–traditionally celebrated from May 6 to May 12–became a month-long celebration this year. As we conclude National Nurses Month, Atrium Health Foundation is proud to highlight just a handful of Atrium Health’s dedicated nurses who are providing health, hope and healing,...

For thirty years, Ace Hardware has proudly partnered with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals to “Change Kids’ Health,” raising more than $140 million to support local kids and families....

In observance of Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day, Atrium Health Foundation interviewed Kendra Edwards, MSW, LCSW, a psychotherapist at Teen Health Connection, to shine a light on adolescent behavioral health....

When deciding what legacy she would like to leave, Carole Ann Simpson chose to honor the people who have helped her during her cancer journey by making a legacy gift to the Carolinas Liver and Pancreatic Cancer Care Advancement Fund. This meaningful contribution was made to support the work of her doctor, Reza Nazemzadeh, MD, and the Levine Cancer Institute nursing...

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month. As many as one million Americans are living with Parkinson’s disease, and approximately 60,000 new cases are diagnosed annually. At Atrium Health’s Neurosciences Institute, a collaborative team of doctors and specialists is providing the region’s most comprehensive Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders care – from early diagnosis and medical management to advanced interventions. Atrium Health’s...

Through research being conducted within the McColl-Lockwood Laboratory for Muscular Dystrophy Research at Atrium Health, there may soon be a treatment for patients with limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2I (LGMD2I)....

This week, Greg Olsen announced his retirement from the NFL after an incredible 14-year career. One of the most prolific pass-catching tight ends in NFL history, Greg played nine seasons for the Carolina Panthers from 2011-2019, earning three Pro Bowl nods and two AP All-Pro Second Team designations.  A beloved player in the Carolina community, Greg’s talents on the field...